The Use of ICT in Teaching Differential Calculus

This project addresses the challenges in teaching and learning differential calculus, characterized by high failure rates and superficial, algorithm-focused learning, particularly among students transitioning from high school to university. Traditional, teacher-centered methodologies hinder students' ability to connect mathematical concepts with real-world applications, preventing meaningful learning. The proposed solution focuses on adopting innovative, student-centered pedagogical strategies through the intensive use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs). An experimental design will be implemented, comparing an experimental group (using ICTs for learning Analytic Geometry and Derivatives) with a control group. The goal is for ICTs to serve as tools to stimulate, motivate, and guide students, fostering active learning and helping them develop the critical and analytical thinking skills required for solving engineering problems.<br/><br/><b>Goal</b>: <br/>To promote the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in teaching differential calculus to first-cycle students in the Systems Engineering program at UPS.<br/><br/><b>Research lines</b>: <br/>Educational technologies for knowledge management, training and evaluation